Tag Archives: Black Friday

Gratitude \Grat-i-tood\ (n): Thankfulness

Posted on November 16, 2012 by jim_roberts

It’s that time of the year again, when families far and wide gather to give thanks for the blessings bestowed upon them over the past year. Don’t forget to add a generous helping of food, football, and of course, shopping. … Continue reading →

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Black and Blue Friday

Posted on November 28, 2011 by jim_roberts

     Things got a little nutty at Walmarts across the nation on Black Friday. As I mention in my new book, Shiny Objects: why we spend money we don’t have in search of happiness we can’t buy, the events of … Continue reading →

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YOUR BRAIN ON BLACK FRIDAY

Posted on November 8, 2011 by jim_roberts

     It’s true, shopping is a drug for many of us. Like any other activity that brings us pleasure (illicit or otherwise), we can become shopping addicts. When confronted with the exhilarating sights and sounds of a big sale – … Continue reading →

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